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Hycontrol MINIFLEX LR User Manual

Hycontrol MINIFLEX LR
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MINIFLEX LR PROGRAMMABLE LEVEL CONTROLLER
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
Hycontrol Limited, Larchwood House, Orchard Street,
Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 7DP, UK.
Tel: +00 44 (0)1527 406800 Fax: +00 44 (0)1527 406810
Email:
sales@hycontrol.com Web: www.hycontrol.com
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Hycontrol MINIFLEX LR Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeLevel Controller
Power supply24 V DC
Housing materialAluminium
Enclosure RatingNEMA 4X
Process connectionThreaded or Flange
Output4-20 mA / HART
Operating temperature-40 to 80 °C
Process pressure-1 to 40 bar
MaterialStainless Steel
ApprovalsATEX, IECEx
Process temperature-40°C to +200°C

Summary

INTRODUCTION

Important Installation Requirements

Details critical requirements for installing the Miniflex LR, including safety and electrical considerations.

INSTALLATION

Enclosure Mounting

Provides guidance on physically mounting the transceiver unit, including screw locations and surface considerations.

Electrical and Transducer Connections

Explains wiring for power supply, relays, and transducer types, referencing terminal layouts.

Transducer Mounting

Details transducer mounting options, optimal positioning, and beam angle considerations for accurate measurement.

Transducer Installation Faults

Highlights common mistakes to avoid during transducer installation, illustrated with diagrams for clarity.

Transducer Cable Extensions

Describes methods for extending transducer cables using junction boxes and specific cable types.

Temperature Sensor

Covers the installation and dimensional details of temperature sensors used for enhanced accuracy.

EASY START FOR MINIFLEX LR

Quick Start Guide

A step-by-step guide for initial setup and verification of the Miniflex LR system's basic functionality.

Keypad and Programming Functions

Defines primary and alternative functions of the keypad keys for operation and programming.

Programming Steps and Simulation

Details the procedure for entering programs, changing values, and using simulation mode for testing.

PROGRAMMING THE INSTRUMENT

Application Selection Guide

Outlines the various applications (Distance, Level, Volume, Pump, OCM, Differential) available for the instrument.

Basic Set-up Parameters

Covers essential setup parameters like Empty Distance, Span, Blanking, and Rate of Change.

Volume Measurement Setup

Guides through setting up volume measurement, including vessel shape, display units, and format.

Open Channel Flow Monitoring (OCM) Configuration

Details parameters for OCM, including flow device selection, maximum flow, and totaliser units.

Relay Configuration

Explains how to configure relay options, set points, and reset points for various applications.

Pump Control Configuration

Covers parameters for pump control, such as sequence, duty standby, tolerance, and run-on times.

Failsafe Settings

Defines failsafe behavior for relays and analogue output during fault conditions.

Analogue Output Configuration

Details analogue output settings, including scaling, test mA values, and output types.

Miscellaneous Settings

Covers miscellaneous parameters like offset, passcode, decimal places, simulation, and station ID.

DEFAULT PROGRAMS

Distance Measurement Default Program

Factory default settings for measuring and displaying distance between transducer and target.

Level Measurement Default Program

Factory default settings for measuring and displaying liquid level in metres.

Volume Measurement Default Program

Factory default settings for measuring volume in a flat-bottomed tank.

Pump Control Default Program

Factory default settings for 2-pump control, wet-well duty-assist operation.

Open Channel Flowmeter Default Program

Factory default settings for standard rectangular flume flow measurement.

Differential Level Measurement Program

Factory default settings for measuring the difference between upstream and downstream levels.

COMMISSIONING FAULT FINDING

Basic Hardware and Display Faults

Troubleshooting steps for issues like blank/frozen display, blown fuses, and garbage output.

Transducer and Analogue Output Faults

Diagnoses for 'Loss of Echo', unstable analogue output, and no analogue output.

Keypad and Analogue Output Faults

Troubleshooting steps for unresponsive keypads and analogue output not corresponding to application.

Reading and Accuracy Faults

Addresses issues with readings staying high, being lower than expected, changing in steps, or being inaccurate.

Temperature and Relay Faults

Troubleshooting for temperature compensation errors, relays not switching, and board humming.

LINEARISATION

Custom Table Input Procedures

Explains keyboard controls and procedures for inputting custom vessel or flow linearization tables.

Flow and Vessel Mapping Examples

Provides examples of custom flow and vessel mapping, including data tables for programming.

Programming Flow Charts

Flowcharts illustrating the process for programming custom flow tables into the instrument.

SPECIFICATION

Transceiver Specifications

Details the technical specifications for the Miniflex LR transceiver unit, including enclosure and power.

Transducer Specifications

Lists technical specifications for various transducer types, including frequency, beam angle, and materials.

ATEX TRANSDUCER INSTALLATION

Hazardous Area Installation Instructions

Provides safety and installation guidelines for ATEX certified transducers in hazardous environments.

ATEX Transducer Specification Details

Details ATEX specific markings, certifications, and protection degrees for transducers.

APPLICATION PARAMETERS

Distance Application Parameters

Lists default parameter settings for the Distance Measurement application.

Level Application Parameters

Lists default parameter settings for the Level Measurement application.

Volume Application Parameters

Lists default parameter settings for the Volume Measurement application.

Pump Control Application Parameters

Lists default parameter settings for the Pump Control application.

OCM Application Parameters

Lists default parameter settings for the Open Channel Flow Monitoring application.

Differential Level Application Parameters

Lists default parameter settings for the Differential Level Measurement application.

PARSHALL FLUMES

Flume Profiles and K Factors

Provides tables of Parshall flume profiles and associated K factors for flow calculations.

INSTRUMENT SYNCHRONISATION

Wiring Diagram for Synchronisation

Illustrates the wiring required to synchronise multiple Miniflex LR instruments.

PROGRAMMING CHARTS

Overview of Application Programming Charts

A summary flowchart showing the entry points for programming different applications.

Volume Measurement Programming Chart

Flowchart detailing the steps for programming volume measurement parameters.

Custom Table Programming Chart

Flowchart illustrating the process for creating and storing custom linearization tables.

Relay Programming Chart

Flowchart detailing the configuration steps for relay options and settings.

Pump Control Programming Chart

Flowchart outlining the programming sequence for pump control applications.

Failsafe Programming Chart

Flowchart showing how to configure failsafe modes for relays and analogue output.

Analogue Programming Chart

Flowchart detailing the steps for configuring analogue output settings and tests.

Miscellaneous Programming Chart

Flowchart for setting miscellaneous parameters like passcode, simulation, and station ID.

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